Patient Care Associate/CNA

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Associate to provide direct patient care under RN supervision and in accordance with hospital policies. The role emphasizes patient-focused service and collaboration with the care team.

The position requires completion of a nursing assistant program or first semester of RN training, BLS, and Violence Prevention training, with a high school diploma or GED as baseline education.

Qualifications

• Completion of state approved Nursing Assistant program or first semester of RN program.
• Current BLS provider card.
• Current hospital recognized Violence Prevention Training card.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse and within scope of practice.
• Adhere to HMNH policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and healthcare team.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Basic computer

Patient focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Job Brief: 1 Opening. Pay Range: PATIENT CARE ASSOCIATE - $23.00 to $30.51

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Associate provides direct patient care within the scope of practice and based on HMNH’s policies and procedures.

Licensure And Certification

• Successful completion of a state approved Nursing Assistant program OR has successfully completed at least the first semester of a RN program.
• Current BLS provider card
• Current hospital recognized Violence Prevention Training card

Education

• High School Graduate, GED or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum 6 months acute hospital Nursing Assistant experience preferred

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Problem solving skills
• Basic computer skills
• Patient-focused